I’ve been focused on expanding Pre-K for families that need it most since the beginning of my administration. I made it a priority in my last State of the State Address because I know how crucial it is for our families and for our economy. Read More
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Mississippians are resilient. In the face of tremendous danger, they have come together. We have been able to put politics aside and fight this virus as one. Read More
COVID-19 has obviously presented an array of challenges to states during 2020. What is the most important lesson you’ve learned... Read More
Colorado has fared better than many of our neighboring states because the people of this state have been taking this pandemic seriously -- wearing masks, staying at home, keeping their distance from others, practicing proper hygiene and protecting at-risk populations like older Coloradans and those with underlying health conditions. I’m proud that by-and-large, Coloradans are doing right by each other. We wouldn’t be making progress as a state if people were ignoring these crucial public health recommendations. Read More
There’s an African proverb that’s now universally popular, and it says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Governor Pritzker and I realize that the child care industry is part of the essential foundation that helps our children develop intellectually and emotionally. The industry allows working parents to focus on being productive on their jobs. Read More
More Bad News for Child Care: The Importance of Not Looking Away
Our Broken Child Care System and How to Fix It, Part 2
In this three-part series, Dr. Laura Justice—executive director of the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy at The... Read More
The US Census Bureau recently singled out Idaho for having the nation’s largest percentage of population growth. Why do you... Read More
On February 28, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce held a summit for early education advocates and professionals, highlighting the work... Read More
I was a sheriff for 22 years. What I learned the most is that we must be proactive instead of reactive. Bettering our communities starts with taking care of our children. Read More
You are the 75th Governor of North Carolina. What makes North Carolina unique among its peers? North Carolina is one... Read More
